Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-2 | Issue-01 | 1-4
Case Report
Management of a Large Periapical Cyst – Report of a Case and Review of Literature
Dr. Joy R Das, Dr. Sreejith Valiyaparambath, Dr. Arjun Gopinath, Dr. Arun V, Dr. Anooj PD
Published : Jan. 29, 2017
Abstract
Radicular cysts are one of the most common pathology of oral cavity that oral and maxillofacial surgeons
come across in daily practice. It has different treatment options and an operating surgeon should be aware of them and
tailor them for individual patients. Aim of this case was to successfully treat a large periapical lesion of maxilla. 44 year
old patient came with a swelling of palate with associated pain and was planned for surgical management of the swelling
following thorough investigations. Surgical management of the lesion included enucleation of lesion into to, followed by
apicectomy and retrograde filling with Mineral Trioxide Aggregate. Periapical lesions being one of the common entity
has to be treated meticulously by a good team approach and newer materials need to be evaluated to provide a cost
effective treatment.